Long Early Learning Center serves 751 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Long Early Learning Center's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Long Early Learning Center is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Long Early Learning Center?
751 students attend Long Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Long Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Early Learning Center?
Long Early Learning Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Early Learning Center offer ?
Long Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Long Early Learning Center part of?
Long Early Learning Center is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Early Learning Center located?
Long Early Learning Center is located in the Sears Park Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Sears Park Area.
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